The metropolitan area is known for its variety of charming houses. This section
is designed to introduce some of the basic styles most frequently found in the
area. Numerous variations and other unique styles not mentioned here are also
available.
Cape Cod
A symmetrical peaked roof often with dormer windows which creates a one-and-a
half story design with living space upstairs in an "expansion attic.
Colonial
A two-story design with center hall or side entry, often with basement. Variations
often feature double or single wings with garage. Numerous styles include New
England, Federal, Plantation, Dutch Colonial, French Colonial.
Contemporary
Modern and non-traditional creation of living spaces using a spectrum of shapes,
materials and designs. An "open" use of space is characteristic. May be single
or multiple stories.
Low-Rise Condominium
A cluster of attached units, four stories or less ranging from converted garden
apartments to ramblers and two-story town houses. Resident owns title to living
space while jointly owning public areas; condominium fee often covers maintenance,
amenities, sometimes water; other utilities may be individually billed.
Rambler
A single-story house with all living areas on same level. Variations include
L-shape or U-shape plan, perhaps with basement. Sometimes called "ranch"; if it
is small, a "bungalow", or "cottage".
Split Foyer
Entry is between floors. Makes use of slope by placing basement partially above
ground level on uphill side, thus basement becomes livable space. Also called
"split entry".
Split Level
Side wing has two levels off main ground floor; designed for maximum living space
while occupying the least land. Garage and sub-basement are frequent options.
Town House
A row of two-or-three-story dwellings sharing common walls, also called "row
houses" or "town homes." Wide range of styles from contemporary to colonial. The
term "semi-detached" describes a pair of town house end units; similar in function
to a duplex.
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